Summary
Aransas County is soliciting competitive sealed proposals (RFP #2026-25-160) for construction of the Aquarium at Rockport Harbor, a new educational facility replacing the original aquarium lost during Hurricane Harvey. The estimated base bid is $2,180,828 with a total project cost of approximately $2,325,405, covering site work, foundations (including ACIP piles and suspended concrete), structural metal building, wood deck/platform, architectural finishes, MEP systems, fire alarm, and related construction work. Sealed proposals must be submitted to the Aransas County Judge's office at 308 N. Live Oak, Rockport, TX 78382 by 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.